Ylang-ylang

At a glance

Steam‑distilled oil from Cananga odorata blossoms of Madagascar/Comoros; a sweet, heavy, exotic floral with jasmine‑banana nuances, used as a heart note in oriental and floral perfumes.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Cananga odorata flowers, primarily Madagascar and the Comoros
Extraction
Steam distillation
Chemical family
Esters (rich in linalool, geranyl acetate)
CAS number
101-44-0
Profile
Sweet, creamy floral scent with banana and custard-like facets
IFRA status
Restricted -- see note (2026-08-26)
Cost tier
Medium
● drafted · Sources: Botanical and extraction-method reference literature· last checked 2026-08-26